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Community Connect: Google Sign-In User Directory
This video demonstrates how to use the Community Connect: Google Sign-In User Directory template.
import logging
from gunicorn.app.base import BaseApplication
from app_init import app
# IMPORT ALL ROUTES
from routes import *
# Setup logging
logging.basicConfig(level=logging.INFO)
logger = logging.getLogger(__name__)
class StandaloneApplication(BaseApplication):
def __init__(self, app, options=None):
self.application = app
self.options = options or {}
super().__init__()
def load_config(self):
# Apply configuration to Gunicorn
for key, value in self.options.items():
if key in self.cfg.settings and value is not None:
self.cfg.set(key.lower(), value)Frequently Asked Questions
API access for businesses wanting to integrate with the directory Q3: What sets Community Connect apart from other directory solutions?
Community Connect differentiates itself through: - Seamless Google authentication integration - Clean, modern UI with responsive design - Lightweight implementation with minimal dependencies - Focus on user privacy and data security - Easy customization for different community needs
Q4: How can I extend the User model to include additional profile information?
A: You can easily extend the User model in models.py by adding new columns:
```python class User(db.Model): id = db.Column(db.Integer, primary_key=True) email = db.Column(db.String(150), unique=True, nullable=False) profile_picture = db.Column(db.String(255)) # New fields full_name = db.Column(db.String(100)) bio = db.Column(db.Text) join_date = db.Column(db.DateTime, default=datetime.utcnow)
# Then update database_operations.py accordingly
def create_user(email, profile_picture=None, full_name=None, bio=None):
new_user = User(
email=email,
profile_picture=profile_picture,
full_name=full_name,
bio=bio
)
db.session.add(new_user)
db.session.commit()
```
Q5: How can I implement search functionality in the user directory?
A: Add search functionality to Community Connect by adding this route to routes.py:
```python @app.route("/search") def search_users(): query = request.args.get('q', '') users = User.query.filter( or_( User.email.ilike(f'%{query}%'), User.full_name.ilike(f'%{query}%') ) ).all()
return render_template(
"profile.html",
with_sidebar=True,
users=users,
search_query=query
)
```
Then add a search form to profile.html to enable user searching.
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Community Connect: Google Sign-In User Directory
This template creates a user directory platform where users can sign in with Google and view other community members. The app features a clean, modern interface with responsive design and secure authentication.
Getting Started
- Click "Start with this Template" in the Lazy Builder interface to begin
Testing the App
- Click the "Test" button in the Lazy Builder interface
- Lazy will deploy the app and provide you with a server link to access the application
Using the App
The application provides several key features:
- Landing page with Google Sign-In functionality
- User directory showing all registered members
- Profile pictures automatically imported from Google accounts
- Responsive sidebar navigation
- Secure session management
To use the app:
- Visit the provided server link
- Click the "Log in" button on the landing page
- Sign in with your Google account
- You'll be redirected to the user directory where you can see all community members
- Your profile picture and email will be automatically added to the directory
- Use the sidebar navigation to move between pages
- Click the logout button when you're done
The app automatically handles: * User creation when someone signs in for the first time * Profile picture updates if changed in Google * Secure session management * Responsive layout for mobile and desktop devices
The template provides a complete community platform that's ready to use with Google authentication built-in. Users can immediately start connecting with other community members through the directory interface.
Template Benefits
- Simplified User Authentication & Management
- Reduces development time and security risks by leveraging Google's trusted authentication system
- Eliminates the need for password management and reduces user friction during sign-up
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Automatically captures and manages user profile data, including email and profile pictures
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Scalable User Directory Platform
- Perfect for building professional networks, employee directories, or member-based communities
- Supports unlimited user profiles with efficient database management
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Responsive design ensures accessibility across all devices and screen sizes
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Cost-Effective Implementation
- Minimizes infrastructure costs with lightweight SQLite database
- Uses free CDN resources for styling and icons
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Reduces development costs with ready-to-deploy authentication and user management features
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Enhanced Security & Compliance
- Built-in session management and secure authentication flows
- Protected routes ensure authorized access to sensitive areas
- Structured logging for audit trails and monitoring
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CSRF protection for form submissions
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Flexible Business Integration
- Easily adaptable for corporate directories, educational platforms, or community websites
- Customizable styling and branding options through CSS variables
- Modular architecture allows for easy feature additions and modifications
- Support for multiple workers and threading for optimal performance
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